A glass negative of an advertising float in a parade. Covina, CA., ca. 1900.
Entry/Object ID
2017.2.1.2
Description
A glass negative of an advertising float in a parade. Covina, CA., 1894. The wagon is being pulled by two horses, with the crupper strap, cheek hook, and gig saddle covered in flowers. Inside the wagon are a group of people. The wagon is decorated with American flag banners as well as advertising banners which read, "Headquarters For All Kinds of Kodak Supplies," "Cloths Tailored for You," " The Men______ Cleaning - Pressing - Altering - Repair Work." Behind the wagon are two people on horses, a wooden fence, homes and trees. The bottom right of the photo is inscribed with "Burt photo." With some abrasion damage along the edges as well as a cut in the negative, the object is in good condition.
